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Options to Reduce Old, White Cigarette Burns and knife Scars?

Hi! I have numerous cigarette burns and some knife wounds that are very old (approximately 15 years). They have faded as much as possible, but are now...

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Possible Treatment for Dettol Burn Scar on Face?

Hello there, Just some background on my problem. About 3.5 weeks ago, I used some Dettol on my face (stupid idea). It burned me, leaving a dark...

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How to Get Rid of Hot Wax Burn Scar?

When I was 9 years old, I had a hot wax from the microwave that spilled on me. It burned on my left thigh. It has gotten a bit smaller but some of it...

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Treatment for Large, Deep Burn Scar?

When I was about two years old I accidentally fell back on a large cooking pot that had very hot water, I burn my whole back. Now I'm seveteen and I...

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Reducing a Flat, Dark Scar from Iron Burn

Hello, I have a flat, old (4 months) burn scar from an iron that I am desperately wanting to reduce. It is very smooth compared to the surrounding...

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Can I Have Cosmetic Surgery to Remove Burn Scar on Leg?

I have had a burn on my left leg since I was 11 years old. Now I'm 18 and in need to get it removed. What is the best way to do so? And is there a...

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Best Treatment for Old White Hot Water Burn Scar?

So I was accidentally scalded by hot water when I was about 6 months old. I'm 18 years old now and I still have scarring on my chest/upper arm and...

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Possible to Surgically Remove Self-inflicted Burn Scars on Arms?

I have a couple very embarrassing self-inflicted burn scars on my arms. One is on my forearm and cannot be easily covered up so I am desperate to get...

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Treatment for Red, Flat Burn Scar?

I have a 7-year-old burn scar on my arm. It's red in color but not raised beyond its original borders. Is there treatment for this and what are...

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What to Do with Burn Scars from Laser Treaments?

I have burn scars from laser all over my legs. What can I do? I have a dark skin color and I am very worried that these scars are permanent.

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